Mama’s Classic Cornbread Dressing – The Side Dish That Feels Like Home
Some recipes are more than food — they’re family. For me, Mama’s Classic Cornbread Dressing is a warm, savory reminder of holiday tables filled with laughter, the smell of turkey roasting, and the sound of serving spoons clinking against casserole dishes.
This is the dressing you want on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Sunday supper — moist, flavorful, and infused with the aroma of sage and buttery cornbread. It’s the kind of recipe that doesn’t just feed you — it hugs you from the inside out.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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True Southern comfort: Moist, savory, and full of flavor.
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Simple ingredients: Pantry staples and fresh vegetables.
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Customizable: Easy to adapt with sausage, boiled eggs, or different herbs.
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Perfect for holidays: Make it ahead and reheat without losing flavor.
What Does It Taste Like?
Each bite is a tender, fluffy blend of cornbread, butter, onion, celery, and the unmistakable earthiness of sage. It’s rich without being heavy, moist without being soggy, and every forkful tastes like it belongs next to roasted turkey or baked ham.
Benefits of This Recipe
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Easy to double for large gatherings.
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Works with homemade or store-bought cornbread.
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Can be made a day ahead to save time on busy holidays.
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Freezes beautifully for future meals.
Ingredients
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3 cups crumbled cornbread
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2 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, finely diced
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½ cup chopped celery
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2 large eggs, beaten
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2 cups chicken stock (or broth)
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1 tbsp dried sage (adjust to taste)
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Tools You’ll Need
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Large mixing bowl
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Skillet
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Whisk
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7×11-inch baking dish (or similar)
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Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredient Additions & Substitutions
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Meaty version: Add cooked crumbled sausage.
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Extra richness: Stir in chopped boiled eggs.
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Herb swap: Try thyme, rosemary, or parsley for different flavor notes.
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Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken stock.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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